I love this philosphy - and it has worked for me. I started going off fructose at Easter last year, having already lost 9 kilos slowly by going to the gym and being careful about food in a general way. Partly this was made possible by having no kids at school any more so no more afternoon tea! But it was always hard to stay away from treats.
I didn't have a goal weight either, just a determination to see this as a permanent way of life. Now i find I have lost another 9 kilos and for the first time in 33 years i can get into my wedding dress! (Ok so i can only zip it up 3/4 of the way.) I have lots of energy and am loving life.
Now i have no trouble avoiding treats, i can eat "as much as I want" of the right food, but am eating definitely less, no snacks at all. I tried a dessert the other night and it made me feel sick.
I feel great! I sincerely hope this happens for you too, and everyone else on this list.